By Victoria Hsieh. Bay City News.
Two California lawmakers introduced a bill Monday that would end the civil statute of limitations for child sexual abuse and remove barriers for survivors seeking justice.
Assemblywoman Dawn Addis and State Senator Nancy Skinner introduced Assembly Bill 452, which will allow survivors of child abuse to come forward when they are ready to confront their traumatic experiences.
As AB 452, or the Justice for Survivors Act, removes the deadline for victims to report their abuse. Currently, those who allege they were sexually assaulted as minors can only seek justice in court until they turn 40.